I recall reading a portion of this story in a grade school textbook, but until recently never found a copy of the entire book to find out how everything ended. Here's my review:

This is a realistic yet not terribly graphic tale of a hard luck horse of the Pampas. The author immerses us in the life of an ugly yet swift mare, called by the natives "La Bruja" (the witch) for her willingness to fight against any man trying to catch and tame her. I loved reading about her indomitable spirit as a pre-teen, and again as an adult. I would have given this book a higher rating but for a less than satisfactory ending. Still recommended. ( )